Production - Process Operator

ERCO Worldwide•Valdosta, GA

82d•Onsite

About The Position

ERCO Worldwide has operated for over 100 years, focused largely on the production and supply of in-organic products along with technology for the production of chlorine dioxide. Today, ERCO’s major business areas include sodium chlorate, chlor-alkali products, sodium chlorite, and chlorine dioxide technology. The ERCO business serves a number of key customer segments including pulp and paper, food, energy, agriculture, water treatment, airport de-icing, fertilizers and specialty chemicals. ERCO Worldwide is looking for a Process Operator to join our Production team! Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the sodium chlorate process. As part of the operations team, you are responsible for working effectively with shift members in order to ensure safe plant operation and maximum equipment performance, while minimizing downtime and production loss.

Requirements

High School degree or above
Basic understanding of manufacturing in industries such as chemical, pulp and paper, and food processing
Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment
Someone who is safety-oriented
Basic computer skills
Teamwork and interpersonal skills to work in a self-directed work group
Work experience to show the ability to be a reliable team member
Ability to work outdoors, stand for shift, lift & climb stairs
Must pass pre-hire physical & drug screen

Nice To Haves

Strong health and safety mindset
Strong relationship builder – collaborative, team-builder
Focused and results driven, transparent, and articulate
Drives continuous improvement
Resilient – can adapt to changing environments/technology
Proactive – takes initiative, creative, stays ahead of the curve, enthusiastic, inspirational

Responsibilities

Operates the following process systems and equipment including but not limited to:
Takes corrective action when necessary to maintain operation within acceptable operating limits, as described in the operations procedures and the process controls manual.
Regulates, observes, and records voltages, flows, temperatures, levels, pressures, etc. pertaining to operations.
Prepares equipment for inspection or repairs by isolating, draining, degassing, and testing equipment for chemicals or flammable gasses and preparing work permits and lockouts before releasing for maintenance.
Operates mobile equipment including fork truck and railcar mover
Directs the unloading salt trucks and monitors salt handling equipment
Performs various start-up and shutdown assignments.
Makes minor repairs to auxiliary equipment, such as: changing fittings, hoses, repairing leaks, tightening packings, etc.
Maintains plant housekeeping and safety standards
Participates in inspection and observation programs as indicated by management, site safety committee, and regulations.